Physical Description

A circular medal, constructed of silver. The obverse features the left-facing portrait of Duke Ernst with the circular inscription ‘ERNST HERZOG VON SACHSEN-ALTENBURG’. Below the neck is the stamp cutter’s signature ‘M. HASEROTH’. The reverse features the entwined mirrored monograms ‘E’ with a crown above, ‘1826’ to the left, and ‘1906’ to the right, and the semi-circular date ‘16. SEPTEMBER’ at the bottom. On a loop for suspension, on a blue ribbon with broad yellow side stripes.

History

The Duke Ernst Medal was introduced on September 16, 1906 by Duke Ernst I to commemorate his 80th birthday. The medal was awarded in recognition of a wide range of meritorious services and achievements, which generally benefited the ducal house and the public.

The Type I medal features the portrait of Duke Ernst I facing left. The medal was stamped by Max Haseroth, Berlin.